# Kindness!

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- **Location:** Guilford, Vermont, United States
- **Price:** from $50.00/night
- **Rating:** 99% recommend (125 reviews)
- **Sites:** 2
- **Size:** 178 acres
- **Host:** Janet Kight P.

## Overview

Stone Walls & and; Starlight • 1785 Vermont Homestead

Tucked away on 178 peaceful acres, our historic 1785 Vermont homestead offers a true back-to-the-land experience—just 15 minutes from downtown Brattleboro.

Wander old logging roads and wooded trails perfect for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and quiet forest bathing. Cool off in the clear swimming holes along Broad Brook, listen to birdsong, and keep an eye out for deer, owls, and other wildlife. Ancient stone walls wind through the property, telling stories of the land’s long history.

Bring your horses—there’s plenty of room to roam and miles of trails to explore together. At night, settle in under some of the darkest skies around, where the stars truly put on a show. We have three Nubian goats, No No Nannett, Mario, and Luigi, an English Springer Spaniel named Oliver, and A French Guinea hen named Hercules.

Feeling a little adventurous? Try your hand at gold panning in Broad Brook—campers are welcome to borrow equipment and give it a go.

This is a place to slow down, breathe deep, and enjoy the simple beauty of Vermont.

🏕️ Private, peaceful campsites

🌲 178 acres of forest, fields, and old stone walls

🚶‍♀️ Miles of on-site trails (hiking, biking, horseback riding)

🐎 Horse-friendly property (bring your own horse)

💧 Swimming holes in Broad Brook

🌌 Exceptional dark-sky stargazing

🐦 Birdwatching & abundant wildlife

🍃 Ideal for forest bathing & quiet retreats

🪨 Historic 1785 homestead setting

⛏️ Gold panning in Broad Brook (equipment available)

🚗 Just 15 minutes to downtown Brattleboro

🐕 Pet-friendly 

🔥 Campfire-friendly 

**Firewood Information:**Vermont prohibits out-of-state firewood to protect against invasive tree pests. You may bring certified heat-treated firewood (71°C/160°F for 75 minutes) labeled with the producer’s name and address, or purchase it locally at stores.

We respectfully acknowledge that this land is part of the traditional homeland of the Abenaki people, who have lived, traveled, hunted, fished, and cared for these forests, rivers, and hills for countless generations.

As guests enjoy this special place, we invite them to remember the deep history of the land and the Indigenous communities whose connection to it

## Highlights

- **Family-friendly:** Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
- **Nomadic camping:** Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
- **Staff verified:** Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.
- **Janet Kight is a Star Host:** Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
- **Romantic:** Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.
- **Equestrian sites:** Gallop in! Some sites cater to Hipcampers on horseback.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Campfires, Trash, Picnic table, Wifi
- **Terrain:** Beach, Forest, River, stream, or creek, Swimming hole, Waterfall, Mountainous, Field, Wetlands, Farm

## Sites

- **Palm Beach** (tents, up to 8 guests, $50.00/night)
- **Old barn site** (rv-tent, up to 12 guests, $50.00/night)

## Recent reviews

> Lovely stay by the barn! It's out of sight of the house, but the hostess came and chatted with me in the morning and showed off the goats. Unfortunately my timetable didn't let me explore some of the property -- it sounds lovely and I'll plan to go back another time. The site had a very open view of the sky, but the moon was full so only some stars were visible. It's probably amazing at a different time of the month!
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> - Jennifer G., October 27, 2026

> Arrival was incredibly easy, great little fire pit and a beautiful place to end our day.
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> - Justin C., October 19, 2026

> Beautiful, quiet spot. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
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> - Jennifer  M., October 17, 2026

> Peaceful, secluded site tucked away next to a beautiful creek. Our pup was able to run free and explore. Each night we enjoyed a great night sky and slept to the sound of the running brook. Very private, yet only 15 min from the charming town of Brattleboro. Highly recommend!
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> - Luke D., October 12, 2026

> Perfect fall camping spot! Nestled in a valley in a idealic Vermont setting, the Old Barn site was exactly perfect for me and my 9-year old. So many acres of private woods, brook, and open field to explore we had the perfect getaway, all minutes from downtown Brattleboro. The hosts -- both animal and human -- were warm and helpful in helping us feel safe and welcomed. We will be back!
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> - Michelle T., October 11, 2026